Renée Rivers

Hi, I’m Renée Rivers, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in South Florida. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, teens, and families navigating trauma, identity, and major life transitions. As a first-generation Haitian-American woman, I deeply understand the cultural and intergenerational layers that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. My clinical work is grounded in empathy, accountability, and authenticity, I create a space where you don’t have to explain “everything” because I hold space for complexity. I am especially passionate about helping clients unlearn survival patterns that no longer serve them and redefine success, connection, and rest on their own terms.

I’ve worked in school settings, community mental health agencies, and now lead my own private practice, Reflective Rivers Therapy & Consulting. I hold a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counseling with a specialization in Couples and Family Therapy.

My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. I integrate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), with a strong emphasis on identity, boundaries, and emotional safety. I view therapy as a collaborative journey, one that balances structure and reflection. Whether you are healing from trauma, navigating relationship challenges, or working through anxiety, I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs. I often use tools like the Enneagram to enhance self-awareness and build communication skills.

In our work together, you can expect honesty, humor, and a gentle push toward growth.

Clients often leave sessions with deeper clarity about their patterns, increased confidence in their voice and values, and practical tools they can apply immediately. You’ll learn to set boundaries that protect your peace, regulate overwhelming emotions, and challenge limiting beliefs that have kept you stuck. Over time, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of who you are, and permission to show up as your whole self in every space you occupy.

Therapy with me is not about perfection, it’s about progress, permission, and power. My goal is to help you reflect, heal, and thrive.